Awareness needs to be created to safe guard individuals & their families on the impact of H1N1 (Swine Flu) through this leaflet.

Do’s

1. Cover your mouth and nose whenever you sneeze and cough.
2. Wash your hands frequently with either soap and water or alcohol based sanitisers.
3. Consult your doctor if you have any of these symptoms (fever, cough, running nose, sorethroat, vomiting or diarrhoea)
4. Stay at home.
5. Have adequate sleep, nutritious food and plenty of oral fluids.
6. Namasthe is better than a handshake.

Dont’s

1. Don’t panic.
2. Don’t touch your eyes, nose and mouth unnecessarily.
3. Don’t undertake unnecessary travel.
4. Avoid crowded places like Mall, Railway Station etc., if possible.

Courtesy : Dr. V. Ramasubramanian,
Consultant (Infectious Diseases)
Boosters Immune & Travel Clinic, Chennai